ke4 maa5騎馬骑马
Jyutpingke4 maa5
Yalekèh máh
Definition
To ride a horse, whether for transport, sport, or performance.
colloquialsportsdaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of sitting on and controlling a horse, rather than just being a passenger. It is commonly used in the context of recreational sports or professional equestrian activities in Hong Kong. Unlike some other modes of transport, it implies an active engagement with the animal.
Examples
Have you ever tried horse riding when you were small?
He went horse riding in the countryside today.
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Grammar guides
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